The Arbour - Pasadena

Name: The Arbour - Pasadena
Address: 527 South Lake Ave Suite 120, Pasadena, CA, United States, 91101
Telephone: (626) 396-4925
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1363 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

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The Arbour brings rustic elegant dining to the historic Pasadena neighborhood of south Lake Avenue. Paying homage to the extraordinary agricultural bounty of California, The Arbour’s menu showcases relationships with sustainable local farms and purveyors.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 27, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

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(626) 396-4925

Delivery

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Californian, American, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(626) 396-4925
Website
http://www.thearbourpasadena.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Ian Gresik
Private party facilities
Please note that parties of 7 please call The Arbour directly to reserve a table. Thank you.

Location
527 South Lake Ave Suite 120 Pasadena, CA 91101
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Cross street
California
Parking details
We have complimentary self parking in our back parking lot. You can access the parking lot on Hudson Avenue and pull into the lot labeled The Arbour Building. Your ticket will be validated at the end of your meal.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Best Happy Hour In Town
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 4:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Happy Hour Food and Drinks. Monday thru Friday 400pm -530pm Mezcal Old fashions, Jalapeno Margaritas, Potato Croquettes and More.
Live Music Happy Hour June 3rd
Jun 3, 2022 only
Sun - Sat - 4:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Live Music extended Happy Hour with Drink and Food specials. Happy Hour from 4:00pm - 6:00pm, Friday June 3rd. The Arbour Restaurant. Pasadena best restaurant. Live Music from 5:00pm -6:00pm with Doug MacDonald

Popular dishes

California Caesar Salad$14.00
rosemary croutons, toasted shaved almonds, san joaquin cheese
Apple Salad$14.00
wild arugula, frisee, bacon, pecans, pink lady apples, champagne vinaigrette
Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad$14.00
toasted pine nuts, goat cheese, white wine vinaigrette
Red Beet Salad$15.00
blue cheese crumble, endive, spinach, pumpkin seeds, herb vinaigrette
Caviar Potato$15.00
horseradish crème covered potato, salmon roe, chives, shallots
Pacific Oysters$18.00
(6) oysters served on the half shell with grapefruit mignonette
Fresh Tagliatelle Pasta Crumbled Pork Sausage$15.00
rapini, chili flakes, san joaquin gold cheese
Spicy Beef Chili$15.00
beef fat candle, love, toasted ciabatta
Roasted Mushroom Soup$11.00
black truffle foam

Entrees

Shrimp Penne$28.00
sautéed shrimp, white wine garlic sauce, crème fraiche, capers
Mediterranean Sea Bass$36.00
polenta cake, roasted fennel, baby bok choy, celery root puree, lemon foam
Salmon Salad$26.00
romaine and arugula, tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, feta cheese, oregano vinaigrette
Seared Yellowfin Tuna$39.00
garlic risotto cake, avocado, asparagus, soy hollandaise, salsa verde
Baby Artichoke Risotto$26.00
spinach, san joaquin gold cheese, chopped herbs
Black Pepper Crusted Chicken Breast$28.00
fingerling potatoes, green beans, onion cream
Bucatini Spaghetti$26.00
alla vodka sauce, ground pancetta, tomato cream, parmesan cheese
Cheeseburger$19.00
lettuce, onion, tomato, garlic aioli, brioche bun, garlic fries
Duo of Duck$42.00
roasted breast and confit leg, parsnip puree, baby turnips spinach, peppercorn sauce
New York Striploin$48.00
roasted garlic potato puree, sautéed rapini, confit garlic, herb hollandaise

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Mousse$13.00
raspberries, soft double cream sauce
Fresh Blackberries$13.00
lemon curd, shortbread cookies, almond brittle
Warm Gala Apple Strudel$13.00
salted caramel sauce, vanilla bean ice cream
Chocolate Chip and Walnut Cookies
with brown sugar
- 6 Per Order$10.00

Kids

Butter Spaghetti$7.00
with cheese
Chicken Breast$7.00
French Fries$6.00
with ketchup

Weekly Specials

Cocktails

Mezcal Paloma$14.00
El Silencio Mezcal, agave syrup, grapefruit juice
Cucumber Press$14.00
Hendricks's gin, cucumber juice, tonic, lemon
Raspberry Mojito$14.00
Bacardi white rum, raspberry puree, mint syrup, lime

What 1,363 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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KaraS
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I come here often just for the tuna crispy risotto dish. It’s out of this world! Easily one of my all time favorite dishes!!
CW
CliffW
Jackson Hole
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great first time experience and the staff couldn’t have been more welcoming….. food and drinks were delicious.
MJ
MarkJ
Los Angeles
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
With our reservation, we were seated immediately and had a choice of booth or table. Our waiter was knowledgeable and friendly. The table service was attentive but not obtrusive. The food was delicious and the portions were generous. We took our time savoring a variety of tastes.
LA
LADoubleJ
New England
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time visiting the restaurant and we couldn't have been more pleased. The food was FANTASTIC, service was pleasant and the atmosphere casual but upscale. We are definitely planning a return soon.
AR
AndreaR
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food. We shared the beet salad and the risotto and the portions were generous and beautifully prepared. Javier was a great server!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great food. Amazing Pina Coladas. Crab toast & polenta cakes were amazing. Smoothest panna cotta ever! Fresh fish. Good strong coffee to complement the dessert. A great deal price wise for the high quality. Definitely going there again.
J
J2010
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything from the wild mushroom soup, fresh butter for the warm bread rolls, to the perfectly seared tuna, and fresh berries and lemon curd for dessert, the food and presentation was top notch. The servers were very friendly, responsive, and attentive. We loved the Californian ambience -- felt outdoorsy and spacious but elegant. It is not somewhere we could afford to eat often, but it is an excellent restaurant for a special occasion.
SB
ShaneBeEating
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would definitely visit again. My husband and I went for his birthday and the food and atmosphere was simply amazing.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful dinner, food and service great. Wine prices are really expensive by the glass and bottle.
TF
TeeFo
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful dinner, great service (thank you, Judy)!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went there for my birthday and it couldn’t have been better. Everything from the bread to the entrees was absolutely fantastic! The service was A+ and our waiter, Nicholas, was excellent!
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scenery
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Easily one of Pasadena’s best restaurants on all levels.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience. The tuna was exceptional and risotto as well. Thank you.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friends’ get together
EM
EdwardM
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent Food. Great Service. Enjoyable Atmosphere!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have been there five times in four months. Our server was Judy (by my request). Excellent service, creative and delicious food on a consistent basis.
SC
SoCalFoodie
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience2
The food was excellent, but the server (Judy) was really terribly rude, absolutely incompetent, and ruined the vibe. It's such a pity that the food was really excellent as I never knew the server can be that bad to make the overall experience miserable. I would be willing to visit again if Judy is not the server but if she is there I do not wish to visit again.
JB
JimB
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
We didn't have any expectations for dinner, just trying out a new place in town. We were very impressed with the good but not overbearing service. The food was first rate, I had mushroom soup, sea bass with fried polenta. There were only 3 drink specialties, would have been nice to see a few more? We will definitely go again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
What one would expect from a farm-to-table experience. Excellent.
S
Sammy
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was terrific and the wine pairing was spot on.
S
Snacker
Los Angeles
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my second time to The Arbour and everything was as great as my last visit. Ambience was great for a friends dinner with enough energy from the chatter at other tables while quiet enough for everyone at our table to have a fun and comfortable conversation over dinner. Food was excellent. The croquettes were really delicious, salads were flavorful, and food (seared ahi tuna entree & risotto entree) made really well. We ordered a pecan tart to share and it was the perfect amount for 3 people. Service was wonderful and we had a very attentive server who took plates and silverware away as soon as we were done (literally) and waters were constantly refilled when they were halfway down. You'd think the restaurant was empty with this type of service, but every booth and table was full while we were there, so it was just a testament to their service quality. I would highly recommend The Arbour and can't wait to go again!
JO
JanineO
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Food was really good, as always! The service this time was incredibly slow, this is not on the server, the bar look very understaffed and our food took a very long time to arrive. Hope they are able to increase the staff or improve bar and kitchen management to fix this. All that said, we will be back!
DN
DorothyN
Los Angeles
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is the best restaurant in Pasadena!! Be sure to make reservations!!
DS
DonS
Los Angeles
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It is easy to see why The Arbour is one of Pasadena's popular restaurant. The food is consistently excellent and the menu has just the right mix of dishes. Service continues to be first-class.
AS
AndyS
Los Angeles
507 reviews
vip
5.0
507 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, dinner at The Arbour is a special experience. You can really taste the difference in the well sourced, quality ingredients. The squash blossom was crisp, delicious and served on a bed of pea and basil puree. It was a beautiful blast of Spring. All the pastas are made daily in house, and our mushroom and cream accompaniment was a rich, umami burst of flavors. The scallops and pork chop were also well prepared and satisfying. Service, as usual, was friendly and attentive. The Arbour has a bright, fresh feel and positive energy. It's well worth the long drive from Orange County and I look forward to returning as soon as possible.
S
Sammy
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Closed at 9:30, but they started til 10pm for us to finish our food.
LH
LindaH
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
It was our 34th Wedding Anniversary. Our first time to The Arbour. We would highly recommend it. Atmosphere is very nice. We had a great night!
ED
EDub
Los Angeles
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is excellent for ambiance and food. The service was very good as well. Mushroom soup was thick, flavorful, and authentic. Tagliatelle was a perfect al dente, meaty, and had a savory sauce. Burger was juicy. Garlic fries were amazing. Real garlic, and lots of it. We will be back!
JL
JesL
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, service, and atmosphere were outstanding. So fresh!!
L
Laura
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always have a wonderful experience here - delicious food, great service and wonderful ambience.
SB
ShawnB
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Never been disappointed at The Arbour!
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Walks
Los Angeles
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food snd ambiance! 5 stars all around!
d
dawnd
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wait staff was wonderfully pleasant and attentive. Ambiance is lovely. Good portions on food. Had 2 very good pastas dishes and cocktails.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and great cocktails. The spicy margarita and shrimp penne were amazing! The rotating menu is great, I’m never disappointed by the selection and quality of the food.
ML
MarcusL
Palm Springs
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Good A+ service superior . We will be back soon .
MI
MIch
Los Angeles
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Lovely place Artichoke risotto was delish!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Could not be happier. Class Act.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, service and ambiance. Javier is a a true restaurant professional and took outstanding care of us.
J
Jerry
Los Angeles
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on March 29, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Our waitress, Judy, was terrific; nice personality and excellent service.
AD
ADKonfood
Los Angeles
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
An interesting and varied menu with wonderful starters. The service was excellent and very attentive. It was our first time at this restaurant and we do plan to return.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

The Arbour - Pasadena does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Postmates. The Arbour - Pasadena also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (626) 396-4925.

The Arbour - Pasadena is rated 4.8 stars by 1363 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.